Ending tied on points with second-to-last ACF Gravina, a play-off had to be played, which Como won 3–2.
[citation needed] The return to the second category was not easy with FCF Como narrowly avoiding the relegation play-off.
Como gradually consolidated at the lower level and from 2009 it began challenging for promotion with a third place finish.
A poor start to the season meant that after two matches they replaced the coach Dolores Prestifilippo with Giuseppe Gerosa.
[citation needed] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.